Registered Veterinary Nurse - Part-Time in Hailsham

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Downland Vets on a part-time basis. Here at Downland Vet Group, we are proud of our excellent reputation among both clients and staff, built on a supportive and nurturing culture. Our team is passionate about delivering the very best care for our patients and outstanding service to our clients, and we work hard every day to uphold these standards. We are committed to continuous improvement and development, always striving to provide the highest quality veterinary care possible.

You will work across three fantastic sites, at both Goffs and Hailsham surgeries. We have two consulting rooms, nurse clinics, full dentistry facilities including dental x-rays, theatre and prep rooms, multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring, in-house laboratory and diagnostics, separate dog & cat wards, an isolation ward, and a mobile ultrasound machine. At Stone Cross Surgery, we have two consulting rooms and a non-stop waiting area, with procedures to either Goffs or Hailsham. All 3 surgeries have free parking nearby and are surrounded by local amenities. Hailsham and Stone Cross are recently renovated, and our Goffs surgery is currently being renovated, with a reopening due in August 2026.

Within our team, we have 7 Vets, 11 Nurses (including 3 students) and 8 support staff, working across the three surgeries sharing the same vision for growth within our practice. Our clinical team each bring something different to the table, each having their own areas of interest, which we strongly encourage. We do have certificate holders amongst the team too - ECC, Geriatric Medicine and Soft Tissue Surgery. We have regular Visiting Vets for orthopaedic surgery, endoscopy, advanced ultrasonography and ophthalmology.

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

The shift pattern entails working 3 days per week, 8:30 am to 7 pm (1-hour lunch break) with 1:8 Saturdays 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. General responsibilities are rotated between in-patient care, theatre duties, assisting with imaging, lab work and consulting. If you have a drive for clinical excellence, teamwork and clinic care this role is perfect for you.

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• A good amount of experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders.
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team:

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave plus your birthday off
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including - Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• Certificate support
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you - including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.